1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
